Education / Training Events
SRW Level 1
Segmental Retaining Wall Installer Certification
Date: January 13, 2026
Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (7:30 am check in)
Where: Scott Conference Center (6450 Pine St, Omaha, NE 68106)
Cost: $500 paid to CMHA
Continental breakfast & lunch provided.
About the Course
This course teaches hardscape contractors and installers essential concepts related to the design , construction, and performance of SRW’s, providing the knowledge you need to install quality walls that meet customer expectations and ensure long-term success.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn about SRW installation guidelines, materials, soils, compaction and water, planning, estimating, safety and equipment selection.
- Understand basic roles and responsibilities.
- Learn basic design concepts and standards for SRW’s.
- Learn common hazards of SRW construction and jobsites.
CPI Level 1 Certification Course
Concrete Paver Installer Certification Program
Date: January 14, 2026
Time: 8am – 5pm (arrive at 7:30am for registration)
Where: Scott Conference Center (6450 Pine St, Omaha, NE 68106)
Cost: $500 paid to CMHA
Continental breakfast & lunch provided.
Limited to 60 attendees
About the Course
This classroom-based course equips individuals currently employed in the segmental concrete pavement industry with training on proper installation of interlocking concrete pavement systems. Participants have the opportunity to pursue certification and industry recognition after completing a separate application form that includes installation experience. The following topics are covered:
- Safety
- Job planning and documentation
- Job layout, planning and material flow
- Soil characteristics and compaction
- Base materials
- Edge restraints
- Bedding and joint sands
- Selection and installation of concrete pavers
- Maintenance and management
- Construction tips
Event registration closes on January 21
Course Description
Grill Island Options Class. This will be a hands-on training class where contractors will get to build 3 different grill islands constructed from Artforms Panels, Tandem modular block/ FSW wall, & stud frame, concrete board with Dryvit Acrylic Ameristone and Terro Neo finishes.
Schedule
Session 1: 8:30am – 10:00am | Artforms Grill Island
Session 2: 10:15am – 11:45am | Tandem Grill Island
Lunch: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Session 3: 1:15pm – 2:45pm | Grill Island-Using concrete board with Dry-vit (Terra-Neo) finish & Installing Stone finish
This is a free training event. Donuts & lunch provided. Max attendance for each class is 30 students.
Class Registration
Sorry but the maximum number of seats has been filled at this time.
Event registration closes on January 14
Course Description
The lighting class will showcase Tru-scapes Bluetooth color changing technology. A review over existing product line options & new products for 2026. New products will feature deck, structure & concrete lighting fixtures and accessories. Installation techniques, pairing fixtures to the Tru-scape App, & Troubleshooting.
Schedule
Class 1: 9:30am – 11:30am
Lunch: 11:45am – 12:45pm
Class 2: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
This is a free training event. Donuts & lunch provided. Max attendance for each class is 25 students.
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